Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken and Heart of Palm Pastel Filling (Recheio de pastel de frango com palmito)
A quick and flavorful filling for savory pastries, combining shredded chicken and tender hearts of palm for a versatile snack.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g chopped heart of palm
1 chopped onion
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
250g chopped heart of palm
1 chopped onion
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find chicken, onions, garlic, and olive oil in local grocery stores or open-air markets. Heart of palm (palmito) can be found in canned goods aisles. Requeijão cremoso is a specific Brazilian spreadable cheese; as a substitute, one may use cream cheese or thick sour cream, though the texture and salt profile will differ.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat
- Sauté the chopped onion until translucent
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute, until fragrant
- Add the shredded chicken and chopped heart of palm to the pan
- Season with salt to taste and mix well
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally
- Add the requeijão cremoso and stir until you have a homogeneous and creamy filling
- Cook over low heat for another 5 minutes, or until the filling thickens slightly
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using to fill the pastries
Observations
This creamy chicken and heart of palm filling is a delicious and practical option for anyone looking to make homemade savory pastries. The combination of shredded chicken with the mild touch of heart of palm, bound together by the creaminess of requeijão, creates a versatile filling perfect for both fried or baked snacks.
It is a recipe that pleases everyone, bringing a familiar and comforting flavor, and is an excellent way to use pre-cooked, shredded chicken. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for a busy day or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty appetizers.
It is a recipe that pleases everyone, bringing a familiar and comforting flavor, and is an excellent way to use pre-cooked, shredded chicken. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for a busy day or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty appetizers.
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